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ABOUT YELLOWWOOD HOUSE

Comfortably immersed
in tradition

Combining old world charm and modern day comfort, Yellowwood House offers an idyllic country retreat immersed in South Africa’s rich architectural heritage.

Built in the late 1700s, this delightful Cape Dutch house is still in pristine condition with yellowwood floors and ceilings throughout. Originally the residence of local entrepreneur Hendrick Lodewyk, the house has been lovingly cared for over the years, and was even converted to serve as Tulbagh’s first English Free School in the early 19th century. We invite you to immerse yourself in this very special part of South Africa’s history.

You will find Yellowwood House in the middle of Tulbagh’s historic Church Street, flanked by the largest number of Cape Dutch Edwardian and Victorian provincial heritage sites in one street in South Africa.  Every house in our street has been proclaimed a national monument, each with a plaque that tells its story and how it was restored after the earthquake of 1969.

Discovering Tulbagh

Nestled in an unspoilt, fertile valley surrounded by magnificent mountains, farms and orchards, the charming town of Tulbagh is only a 90-minute scenic drive from Cape Town. Famous for its heritage and magnificent country living, Tulbagh is South Africa’s fourth oldest town after Cape Town, Stellenbosch, and Swellendam.

Tulbagh is an excellent base for exploring the Cape Winelands and surrounding areas with Ceres, Prince Alfred Hamlet, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington, Malmesbury and Riebeek Valley less than hour away.   

Whether you’re looking for cultural experiences or adventure, Tulbagh is a magical destination for all seasons.  For the culturally inclined, charming galleries and museums await, as well as world class wine tasting, restaurants, olive and even chocolate tasting. If you are feeling more adventurous, there are magnificent hiking trails, mountain biking, fishing and birding as well as horse riding in the foothills of the Winterhoek and Witzenberg mountains.

For more information, you can visit Tulbagh Tourism tulbaghtourism.co.za  or drop by the Tulbagh Tourism information centre down the road from us at No. 4 Church Street. We hope you enjoy your time here, the people of Tulbagh are renowned for their warmth and easygoing hospitality!